Canada Post has received strike notices from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), for both Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units. The notices indicate that CUPW will be in a legal position to begin strike activity on November 15 at 12:01 am ET. In the event CUPW initiates rotating strike … Read more
Canada Post presented new global offers to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) that demonstrate the Corporation’s commitment to reaching negotiated agreements, without any labour disruption. The new proposals protect and enhance what’s important to CUPW-represented employees – including offering higher wage increases – while responding to the challenges facing the country’s postal service. … Read more
Canada Post remains committed to reaching negotiated agreements with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). Following CUPW’s announcement that it has received a strike mandate from its members, both parties must approach the negotiations with greater urgency to avoid a labour disruption. The parties officially began negotiations on Nov. 15, 2023 and have met consistently … Read more
Canada Post is proposing to increase regulated postage rates in 2025. For stamps purchased in a booklet, coil or pane, which represent the majority of stamp sales, the rate would increase by 25 cents, to $1.24 per stamp. The proposed rate change represents a one-time increase of roughly 25 per cent, which is required to better align stamp … Read more
Canada Post Community Foundation announced that 106 organizations will receive funding for community programs that make a difference in the lives of children and youth. A total of $1.3 million in grants will be distributed to charities, schools and community groups across Canada. This year’s $50,000 Signature Grant recipients are: Actua, based in Ottawa; Drug Free … Read more
Canada Post released its 2023 Sustainability Report, providing Canadians with an annual update on its work to demonstrate leadership on environmental and social responsibility. The report is available online. Contact media@canadapost.ca.
Canada Post recorded a loss before tax of $748 million in 2023. Results were negatively impacted by the post-pandemic surge in parcel delivery competition, the ongoing erosion of Transaction Mail, and continued growth in addresses and delivery costs. The full release is available online. Call 613-734-8888.
In September 2023, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) released their annual report which raised concerns about Canada Post’s use of address data within its Smartmail Marketing (SMM) program. While Canada Post maintains that the SMM program has always operated within the requirements of the Privacy Act, we respect the work of the OPC … Read more
The Canada Post Community Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2024 grants. Canadian charities, schools and community organizations that offer programming for children and youth are encouraged to apply for project grants, ranging in value up to $25,000. There are also up to four $50,0000-Signature Grants available, including the Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Signature … Read more
Canada Post Corporation and Purolator Holdings Ltd. are finalizing a transaction to sell SCI Group Inc. (SCI) to Montréal-based Metro Supply Chain Inc., a Canadian leader in third-party logistics. The move comes as Canada Post focuses on transforming to serve the changing needs of Canadians and Canadian businesses. “SCI has been a strong performer for the … Read more
